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Northway Biotech expanded to the US in 2020 by opening a new state-of-the -art CDMO facility in Waltham, Greater Boston area of Massachusetts, one of the major biotechnology hubs.

By The Numbers

2014

Our journey began

>90

Happy Clients Worldwide

>150

Completed Projects

About Us

Northway Biotech is constantly looking for enthusiastic and ambitious team players who dedicate their talents to improve and produce biopharmaceuticals. Through highly skilled leadership we provide you the opportunity to use and develop your competencies to their full potential. As well as improve knowledge and skills together with inspiring colleagues.

Working at Northway Biotech means interacting with intelligent and empowered people who focus on emerging technologies that are ground-breaking, exciting, and have a positive impact on humankind. If this sounds like a place you would like to work at, we invite you to apply for one of the listed positions below. Send us your life resume and cover letter via careers@northwaybiotech.com

Vacancies

Project Coordinator

Job Description

Owning project coordination and day-to-day project execution responsibilities with partners/external customers and internal stakeholders;
Coordinate meetings, assemble agendas and capture decisions and actions through minutes held either internally and with the client;
mTrack progress of project milestones and deliverables, manage changes in timelines, and resolve or escalate issues as needed to ensure timely delivery;
Help define objectives of new projects, including deliverables, timelines and key stakeholders;
Coordinate and support the activities of project workstreams, including defining business objectives, setting agendas, and assigning and following up on action items;
Work with internal customers to ensure timely completion of partnership projects, including coordinating shipping of supplies and managing field logistics;
Analysis and control of project planned resources, time and budget.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in a relevant scientific discipline required, Master’s degree preferred;
Previous biologics contract manufacturing organization experience (USP/DSP);
2-5 years of project management experience in the related field;
Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people who possess a variety of skills and experience;
Acute attention to detail with excellent organization and project management skills;
Ability to coordinate multiple projects/tasks while still delivering high quality results;
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks to meet strict deadlines;
An entrepreneurial spirit along with a keen sense of ownership;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Microsoft Project & Office experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).

Head of Quality Assurance

Job Description

Maintaining site's Quality system in accordance with regulatory guidelines and cGXP compliance requirements;
Maintaining the high standards of quality at the site through managing and continuously improving the effectiveness of quality processes and systems;
Developing productive and proactive relationships with regulatory bodies and customers;
Identifying, developing, and retaining qualified people to lead the implementation of quality processes;
Running an efficient and effective Quality system.

Requirements

Extensive relevant Quality experience, including quality assurance and regulatory;
Demonstrate knowledge of cGMP requirements and practices including extensive knowledge of the EMA/EP and FDA/USP Guidance Documents for biologics;
Good understanding of pharmaceutical biotech operations and/ or CDMO business;
University degree in natural sciences or another field of science and having knowledge in biology (microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and biotechnology), chemistry (biochemistry and analytical chemistry);
Work experience: preferably 5-7 years’ experience in management role (middle management) in biotechnology or pharmaceutical company;
Proven direct supervisory experience. Demonstrated success in supervising a team;
Possess computer skills;
Able to independently plan work and to systematize and generalize information;
Able both to independently carry out tasks and to show initiative;
Able to coordinate work, possess communication and teamwork skills;
Experienced in aligning individuals and teams to business objectives;
Experience in managing by metrics.

Quality Systems Specialist

Job Description

Assure compliance of processes and documentation with cGMP standards;
Generation, review and maintenance of Quality System documentation and procedures;
Provision of suggestions and comments, evaluation and approval of changes directly related to the critical systems, manufacture and analytical methods;
Review of standard operating procedures;
Review of GMP related documents, such as specifications, methods, validation documents, technology transfer documents, etc.;
Issue approved hard copy documents to designated departments;
Creating document status reports as requested by Management;
Collection of information required for periodical product quality and critical systems reviews;
Work with all departments as needed to make sure documentation requirements are met.

Requirements

University degree in natural sciences (biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, chemistry), pharmacology;
Previous work experience in quality assurance, quality control or production;
Work experience in International Company, GMP and regulatory requirements knowledge would be an advantage;
Very good English language skills (verbal and writing);
Very good computer skills;
Ability to work individually or as part of the group on special projects;
Ability to work on multiple projects and tasks;
Able (and willing) to shift focus among projects at short notice and under tight time requirements;
Proactive and diligent.

Business Development Director - East / West Coast

Job Description

Participation in the development and implementation of key account and market strategies targeting clients that have the potential to substantially increase market share;
With the support of in-house resources, ensure alignment with manufacturing capabilities/schedules and anticipated customer needs, including the coordination of prospective client site visits as well as other opportunities;
Developing effective sales and marketing processes (market research, forecasting, client development, relationship building, pricing, proposal preparation, contract negotiation, deal closing and the handoff of contracts to Project Management);
Support the design, implementation and effectiveness of systems and processes that facilitate accurate and timely decision-making and reporting, including department and company performance (Key Performance Indicators), client financial worthiness and risk assessment/mitigation, and Customer Relationship Management;
Create marketing/competitive intelligence capability that identifies and positions the company at the forefront of key industry trends, challenges and opportunities;
Foster the development of senior-level customer relationships, including the negotiation of contract agreements that are in compliance with company systems, acting as the primary company representative;
Develop and maintain positive, constructive and trusting relationships with members of the executive leadership as well as with in-house organization;
Participate in business development meetings as required and ensure action plans and follow-up activities are completed and communicated on a timely basis;
Coordinate both internal and external technical, legal and/or financial due diligence activities for specific business opportunities;
Manage regional budget and sales pipeline, analysing and evaluating the effectiveness of business development activities, costs and results while taking corrective actions where needed;
Represent the company at various trade and industry shows, community, and/or business meetings that positively promote the company.

Requirements

At least MSc in Natural Sciences (Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology);
Experience in a Pharmaceutical Manufacturing environment, CDMO;
5-10 years of experience in Business Development Solid understanding of Biological Manufacturing processes and their regulatory requirements;
Knowledge in upstream and downstream manufacturing, as well as analytical tests and technology transfer processes;
Outstanding logical/analytical thinking and analysis capacities to deliver facts-based evaluations and decision-making;
Preferred location- West Coast

Recruitment

Northway Biotech will process and store your personal data on your consent expressed by submitting this information. We process this data for recruitment purposes only. We will store such information until the position is open, unless you specifically agree with longer storage periods.

When evaluating your candidacy, we may address your former employers for information about your qualifications, professional skills, and business characteristics. Information from your current employer may only be collected with your consent.

If, after considering your candidacy, we will choose a candidate who is more qualified to meet our requirements, we may request your individual consent for storing your data collected at the time of selection and use it for the purpose of conducting other recruitments and contacting you accordingly.

If we obtain such consent, we will process your personal data mentioned above for no longer than two years from the date of consent. Once you have provided such consent, you are entitled to withdraw it at any time. If you exercise the right to withdraw consent, we will take actions to delete your personal data without any undue delay.

For all inquiries and complaints regarding the security and privacy of your data please contact our Data Protection Officer at careers@northwaybiotech.com